2. GCSE PE Worth 1 GCSE (3 lessons a week, 2 practical & 1 theory) The course is 30% practically based and 70% theory based. 1 big written theory exam at the end of the course = 60% & 10% is written coursework. You have to be good at PE and be able to perform in a variety of activities. You choose your best 3 to be examined in. You must have a keen interest in sport and how the body works. You must be working towards achieving at least a Step Level 5M at the end of year 8, to be suitable for the course (see your teachers to see if you are on target to achieve this by the end of the year). You must have a good track record of high participation in lessons, a positive attitude to PE and good organisation of kit & equipment. You must be willing to perform practically in all lessons – we very rarely have any notes excusing students from practical GCSE PE lessons!

3. BTEC SPORT Worth 1 GCSE with 3 lessons a week. The course is 75% coursework and 25% exam based with most lessons theory based but some will be practical at certain times. You do NOT need to be good at PE, but you need to have a strong interest in the world of PE and sport. You must be willing to lead others in some practical coaching sessions and officiate in various activities throughout the year. A commitment to after school activities is required to lead various Primary school competitions, tournaments and festivals. You must have good ICT and English skills as the majority of the coursework will be done on the VLE.

4. You do not need previous Dance experience but you must be willing to learn. An appropriate Dance kit is required and practical activities are performed in bare feet. A commitment after school is required. There are BTEC Dance clubs and a Dance Show you are required to perform in. If you would like any more information, please speak to Miss Broome. The course is 75% internally assessed and 25% externally assessed (via exam) and is worth 1 GCSE. You will have 3 lessons a week. You must be willing to perform by yourself and in groups in front of large audiences.